Herb-Crusted Christmas Beef Roast
A festive centerpiece that transforms gatherings into joyous feasts with its rich flavor and golden-brown crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 beef roast (such as ribeye or tenderloin)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the chopped herbs, minced garlic, softened butter, salt, and pepper to create a herb paste.
- Rub the herb paste all over the beef roast.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the roast to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour.
- Let the roast rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Searing the roast makes all the difference in flavor. Use high-quality beef for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg